Debunking Videos & Posts From Social Media Part 1 - GLP-1 Edition (Ozempic/Wegovy/Mounjaro/Zepbound)

If you’ve seen someone on TikTok say you can’t eat pizza, ketchup, fruit, grains, or carbs on a GLP-1, this episode is your reminder to pause before believing everything you hear online.In this episode, Registered Dietitian, Certified Personal Trainer, and GLP-1 Bestie Gianna Beasley debunks common GLP-1 food myths and misinformation about what you “can’t” eat while taking medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, Zepbound, semaglutide, or tirzepatide.Gianna breaks down why fear-based food rules can be misleading, why you do not need to completely avoid pizza, condiments, carbohydrates, grains, fruit, or vegetables, and how to think about food choices on GLP-1 medications in a more realistic and evidence-informed way.In This Episode, We Cover:Common GLP-1 food myths circulating on TikTok and InstagramWhy pizza is not automatically “bad” on a GLP-1 medicationHow higher-fat meals may affect digestion and side effectsWhy portion size matters more than completely avoiding certain foodsWhether ketchup, BBQ sauce, tomato sauce, or red sauce need to be avoidedWhy carbs and grains do not need to be cut out on GLP-1 medicationsThe importance of whole grains, fiber, and micronutrientsWhy fruit and vegetables are not the problemThe difference between naturally occurring sugar and added sugarHow to pair carbohydrates with protein for better blood sugar supportWhy alcohol may need more caution on GLP-1 medicationsHow to spot fear-based nutrition advice onlineWhy personal experience is not the same as professional nutrition guidanceReminders From This Episode:You do not need to fear entire food groups while taking a GLP-1 medication.Pizza, fruit, grains, carbohydrates, and condiments can all fit into a healthy GLP-1 nutrition plan depending on your body, portion size, tolerance, and overall intake.The goal is not extreme restriction. The goal is learning how to fuel your body in a way that supports digestion, blood sugar, side effects, energy, and long-term success. 💖 WAYS TO WORK WITH MEIf you’re tired of guessing what to eat, overwhelmed by conflicting advice, or trying to protect your muscle while losing weight…✨ Join The GLP-1 Circle — my membership for support, strategy, and community✨ Apply for 1:1 Coaching for high touch, personalized nutrition and fitness guidance aka the ultimate bestie experienceBook a one time consult with me here (Use code PODCAST for a discount)FREE: Labs to Request Annually Connect with Me:IG: https://www.instagram.com/dietitian.gianna/Website: https://www.giannabeasley.com/ **Disclaimer: This episode and this podcast are not medical advice, consult with your own pr...